Los Angeles|News|
13-Year-Old LA Girl Remains Missing After A Week
Naomi Daniella Santos was supposed to take the bus to meet her mother after school. But she never showed up and has been missing for a week.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
Chris is a Patch editor covering Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Malibu, Hollywood and Pacific Palisades.
After starting his journalism career in his home state of Massachusetts, he went west and fell in love with the sunshine, mountains and amazing people of the Golden State. He’s covered city government in San Diego and Pasadena and more recently reported on Hollywood and independent film.
Reach out with news tips, food recommendations and dog pics: chris.lindahl@patch.com.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Franklin Fire Reaches 100% Containment
Working against a resurgence of Santa Ana winds, firefighters managed to fully contain the 4,037-acre fire by Thursday.
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Santa Monica, CA|News|
Countywide Chase Ends After Driver Tries To Hide In Bushes: Report
After traveling on the 10 Freeway at over 100 mph, the driver was caught on live TV trying to hide in some bushes, according to reports.
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Culver City, CA|News|
'LOLOCT7' License Plate To Be Banned By CA DMV
The license plate "LOLOCT7" was based around the Tagalog word for grandpa — not meant to mock the Oct. 7 attack on Israel, the DMV said.
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Los Angeles|News|
Mother, Grandfather Plead Not Guilty In Fentanyl Death of Toddler
The 17 month old's death occurred during a visit supervised by social services.
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Los Angeles|News|
12 Injured In Crash Between Semi Truck, Metro Bus
Twelve people were injured Wednesday morning in a crash between a Metro bus and a semi truck.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Franklin Fire Containment Reaches 89% Despite Santa Ana Winds' Return
The Santa Ana winds that fanned the Malibu fire's explosive growth returned overnight and are set to continue through Wednesday.
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Los Angeles|News|
200K Angelenos' Medical Debt To Be Wiped Out By County Program
LA County has found a way to wipe out medical debt for hundreds of thousands of people for pennies on the dollar.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|News|
Franklin Fire Containment Reaches 63% As Santa Ana Winds Return
The Santa Ana winds that fueled the Malibu fire's explosive growth are expected to return this week.
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Malibu, CA|News|
4 Malibu Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels
Here's the bacteria testing results for Malibu beaches for the week of Dec. 15.
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Los Angeles|News|
Rapper Bhad Bhabie Denies Involvement In Fiery Lambo Wreck: Report
Known first as the "'Cash Me Outside' girl," rapper Bhad Bhabie on Monday denied reports her Lamborghini was involved in a violent crash.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Beverly Hills, CA|News|
Jamie Foxx Needed Stitches After Birthday Dinner Turned Violent
Jamie Foxx needed stitches on his face after a fellow diner threw a glass at him during the actor's birthday dinner, according to a report.
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Across California, CA|News|
Flu And RSV Spike In CA, Marking State's First Pediatric Death
An increase in flu and RSV cases in California is prompting health officials to urge residents to take caution around the holidays.
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Across California, CA|News|
Holiday Travel Expected To Set Record: When To Get Out Of CA This Year
A record 119.3 million people — including some 10 million Southern Californians — will travel at least 50 miles from home for the holidays.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|News|
Dick Van Dyke's Eventful Birthday Month: 'Not Afraid Of' Death At 99
After joyfully dancing in a new Coldplay music video, Van Dyke escaped from Malibu's wildfire days before celebrating his 99th birthday.
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Hollywood, CA|News|
Jude Law Honored With Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star
"Unlike playing an instrument, or writing, or painting, you can't act alone," Law said.
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Culver City, CA|News|
85-Year-Old Man Goes Missing In Culver City
An 85-year-old man, described as being at risk of danger, went missing this week in Culver City, police said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Beverly Hills, CA|News|
Robber Sentenced For $2.7M Beverly Hills Jewelry Heist
The man and his accomplices made off with $2.7 million in jewelry — but he left his cell phone behind at the scene.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|News|
'Vanderpump Rules' Star Arrested On Suspicion Of Domestic Violence
A longtime cast member of the popular reality show was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence this week, according to a report.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Franklin Fire: Containment Increases To 30%
Firefighters made progress in the battle against the Franklin Fire Thursday. Now, some displaced residents are being allowed back home.
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